How To Fix MI_AUTH007 - User &1 does not exist in system &2; create the user

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MI_AUTH - MI Authorization Messages

• Message number: 007

• Message text: User &1 does not exist in system &2; create the user

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MI_AUTH007 - User &1 does not exist in system &2; create the user ?

  The SAP error message MI_AUTH007 indicates that a user (denoted as &1) does not exist in the specified system (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs in scenarios where a user is trying to access a system or perform an action that requires authentication, but the user account has not been created in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  User Not Created: The most common cause is that the user account has not been created in the SAP system.
  Incorrect User ID: The user ID being used may be incorrect or misspelled.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the system configuration or user management settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create the User:
  
  If the user does not exist, you need to create the user in the SAP system. This can be done using transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance).
  Enter the user ID and click on the "Create" button. Fill in the necessary details such as user type, logon data, and any required roles or profiles.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Ensure that the user ID being used is correct. Check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Check User Status:
  
  If the user exists but is locked or inactive, you may need to unlock or activate the user account.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the required actions. This may involve assigning appropriate roles or profiles.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the system configuration related to user management and authentication. Ensure that the system is set up correctly to recognize and authenticate users.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  SU10: Mass User Maintenance
  SUIM: User Information System (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  
  User Roles and Profiles: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles assigned to perform their job functions. This can be managed through transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to user management or authentication.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for user management and authorization concepts for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MI_AUTH007 error and ensure that the user can access the SAP system as needed.